Decide on what in-flight electronic entertainment you'll use. Take your electronics. Take reading material. Take games. Take puzzles. Charge all of your electronics before your flight.

Blank vinyl pieces can be bought at a craft store. Use a pencil to outline your design on the non-adhesive side. Some vinyl has an adhesive backing. Non-adhesive stencils can also be used but must be taped with an adhesive. Your design can be anything you want, such as a bird, a tree, or letters, but remember that what you draw will be cut out and this shape will be what’s etched on the glass.  Patterned stencils may also be available, ordered online, or designed and printed. For letters, instead of using a stencil, you can etch around tape letters. This is only necessary if your stencil cannot adhere directly to the glass. Get a piece of vinyl larger than your stencil. Set the stencil in front of it, then secure the stencil to it by applying tape over the stencil’s edges. Using an X-acto knife or other sharp knife, cut out your design along the outlines you made. Hold the blade upwards so only the tip touches the stencil. Remove the parts you want to be etched into the glass, taking care not to tear the surrounding space.

TL;DR in English: Draw the design you want to etch. Place your stencil over vinyl shelf liner. Cut the stencil with a knife.
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For example, if your boyfriend is into sports, it's most likely because he plans to be good at the sport, he enjoys watching a game, or sports are just fun for him. If he is more of a science boy, aka an adorable nerd, it's most likely because he is smart, or finds it fun when doing math and science. He may also be interested in getting good grades for his future. Mostly every guy is a sports fan. They love it when a lady watches a game or talks it for a little bit. It's a turn-on. Also seek to enjoy the things he does. If your BF enjoys certain things, his friends are most likely to be into the same sort of things. They may all be sports fans or be in a math group, for example. Try putting yourself with him and his friends. If you don't like some or all of his friends, learn to be polite and still hang around them without causing tension. You don't have to be best friends with any of them, just tolerant.

TL;DR in English: Understand the things your boyfriend does and why he does them. Watch a game or talk sports with him. Become good friends with your boyfriend's friends.
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There are two approaches to this. One is to leave it all up to the airline (be sure to check what they offer first) and travel as light as possible. The other is to take your own entertainment items because you don't trust that the airline's offerings are adequate. Just be aware that there are weight restrictions and that the more things you take with you, the more things you have to worry about losing, breaking or having stolen. It also means less room in your bags for bringing back souvenirs and treats from wherever you're traveling to.  On the other hand, some items will be handy during the trip itself and not just on the plane (for example an MP3 Player or an eReader), so letting them do double duty is great. The other thing to consider is that, if you want to pay for a movie or on-flight entertainment, it can be quite expensive. Though it's complimentary on some flights, you should look into the policy of the airline you're taking. You may be better off renting a movie on iTunes or Google Play and watching it on your Tablet or computer (though the volume may be a bit lower than it would be on the plane's movies) for 3-4 dollars a pop than paying 10 dollars or more to watch a movie on the plane. Also, if you select your movies in advance, you'll have more options to choose from. The things you might consider carrying on the plane include an MP3 Player for music and audio books, a laptop or Tablet for writing and reading (and surfing on your trip), a portable DVD player (although this will be quite bulky and your hotel rooms in many places have DVD players) or a portable gaming console such as a Nintendo 3DS, a PSVita or a Nintendo Switch. All three have pros and cons that you need to weigh. If you're going on vacation, however, you may want to leave your laptop or other things that remind you of work at home.  Take your cell phone; you may need it on the trip and even if it cannot be used on the plane, it should be with you for safekeeping. Keep in mind that many newer planes have in-flight entertainment...

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Open Safari browser from your device. Visit the GBA4iOS website. Tap "Download GBA4iOS 2.0"'. Scroll down and tap "Download GBA4iOS 1.6.2". Confirm the installation. Open the app. Change your date back. Get some games.

Purchase a few face masks or make one, and give yourself a steam facial.  Boil some water until steam rises. Then lean over the bowl and place a towel over your head. Once your pores are open, put on the face mask. To set the spa mood, burn a candle, put on some soft music and change into a bathrobe. Soak your feet in a tub of water in preparation for a pedicure. Then, give yourself a manicure and pedicure. Lounging at home is one of the best times to try a new hairstyle or do some regular body maintenance and upkeep. Listen to some music while you do your routine. Shave, Wax. Dye your hair. Try new make-up and makeup techniques.  Play dress up. Mix and match your own clothes to create new outfits. Match shirts and shoes with items that you don’t normally wear together to create new outfits. Give yourself a makeover by changing your hair, makeup and clothing style. Marathon a television series that you have been meaning to watch, but haven’t had the time to do so. Have a movie night or a movie day. Buy your favorite snacks and drinks, and catch up on recorded shows.

TL;DR in English: Set up a home spa. Take a long bubble bath with bath bombs, bath oils, sea salts or whatever else suits your fancy. Groom yourself. Watch TV.
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If your ex has always reciprocated your flirty behavior, and now suddenly they don’t, this can indicate they are spending their flirtatious energy on their new love.  Try flirting with them the way you normally would (don't overdo it) and gauge their reaction. See if this happens more than once before you draw any conclusions. If your ex suddenly grows distant from you, this can be a sign that they’ve moved on. If they longer share details from their life, no longer reach out to you for support, or no longer allow themselves to be close to you physically, they may be in love with someone. Try to find out if there is something else bothering them that might make them act distant. If you have made plans with your ex a while ago, and suddenly they begin cancelling them, this could be sign that they’ve fallen for someone. One cancellation might not mean anything, but several in a row could be a bad sign. If you used to be able to call on your ex for company, support, or just to catch up, but suddenly they don’t seem to have time for you, they may have moved on. If they are spending all of their time with their new love, it makes it difficult for them to spend time with you.  Also notice if they occasionally come calling on you for some type of attention or support, but are not there to reciprocate when you need them. This can also mean that they have started a new relationship, but they still come to you in times of loneliness (which reflects poorly on their character). If you and ex had remained “friends with benefits” since your official break-up, and suddenly they have ceased this side of your relationship, this is a pretty strong sign that they are having this need filled by someone else. If they have fallen in love with someone else, they likely can’t continue being affectionate with you.  If they turn down your advances, you may want to simply ask them point blank what has changed.

TL;DR in English: Gauge whether or not they respond to your flirting. Feel if they are distant. Note them cancelling plans with you. Pay attention to how much time they make for you. Acknowledge if they have stopped being affectionate with you.
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GBA4iOS is not available from the App Store, but you don't need a jailbroken device to install it. You can download and install it directly from the GBA4iOS website. Enter www.gba4iosapp.com/ into the Safari address bar. The button will appear after a few moments. The latest version does not work on iOS 6, so you will need to download the old version. The button can be found on the bottom of the page. Once you tap the "Download" button, the website will ask for your permission to install the app. Tap "Install" to confirm that you want to install the app. Once it is installed, you will see GBA4iOS app icon on your Home screen. When you start the app for the first time, you will be asked to confirm that you want to run it since it wasn't installed from the app store. Tap "Continue". Once you've run the app at least once, you can safely set your Date and Time settings back to Automatic. If the app ever fails to load, set the time back again and then open the app. Once the app opens, you can set the time back again. On the main screen of the GBA4iOS app, you will see a "+" button. Tapping this will open the in-app browser, which you can use to download ROM files. These are the files that allow you to play GBA games. One of the easiest places to download ROMs is from www.CoolROMs.com. Games will be automatically added to your GBA4iOS library after downloading. You can only legally download backups of games that you physically own.

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Do some background research. Have a solid understanding of what qualifications you're seeking in a candidate.

Avoid doing work, making phone calls, or paying bills in bed. Instead, get used to the idea that your bed is for sleeping or romantic activities. You want your bed to be a place of relaxation--not a work desk. Keep your bed free of clutter, and never perform work activities in bed. Your bedroom should be a relaxing safe haven, one that is free from stress, distractions, or anything nerve-wracking. Try to avoid doing work or anything stressful in your bedroom. Keep your bedroom free from electronic screens or noisy items such as televisions, computers, and phones. These electronics have been known to give out blue light which interferes in sleep.  Other ways to have a relaxing bedroom space include painting your room a calming color such as light blue or light gray, using lamps that create soft light, and using calming essential scents such as lavender oils or potpourri. Essential oils can help you sleep better. Having a dark room is very important for relaxing and sleeping well in bed. The sleep-inducing hormone melatonin is very light-sensitive. Check to see if your room is too light by turning off all the lights at night. Wait for your eyes to adjust: if you can clearly see objects, there is too much light. Now you can look for areas where the light is leaking in. If you are in a city with lots of street lights outside your window, consider getting a blackout lining for your curtains or buying an eye mask. A room that is too hot will stop your core temperature from dropping, something which is necessary to switch on your body's sleeping mechanism. Your body drops to its lowest temperature when you are asleep so keeping your room cool can help. You should aim for a temperature of around 18 - 24 degrees Celsius, or 64 - 75 Fahrenheit. Being overheated can make you feel dehydrated, anxious, or restless at bedtime.  Keeping a window slightly open, if it is safe to do so, can help by ensuring there is a good circulation of air. An oscillating fan can also help create the proper temperature in a bedroom during...

TL;DR in English: Use your bed only for sleep and intimacy. Create a relaxing atmosphere. Keep it dark. Keep your bedroom cool. Choose the right mattress for you. Use a white noise machine to cover up stressful sounds.
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Unlike the Author-Date style, the Notes-Bibliography (NB) system uses footnotes or endnotes instead of parenthetical citations. The superscript number for each note will match with the number of the corresponding note at the bottom of the page (if you're using footnotes) or the end of your work (if you're using endnotes). Typically, the number should be placed at the end of the relevant sentence or clause, outside of any punctuation.  For example: “Schmidt's daughter, Viola, was the first person to report the phenomena.”1   Footnotes and endnotes allow you to provide more complete citations than the parenthetical style used in the Author-Date system. You can also use these notes to provide additional information that you don't want to put in the main text. Both systems include a full reference list at the end, typically called a “Bibliography” in the NB system. Most word processing programs have tools to help you format footnotes and endnotes. For example, if you're using MS Word, you can insert notes into the text using the “references” tab. Once you have added the note number into your text at the point where you want a citation, place a corresponding footnote at the bottom of the page. If you're using endnotes, place the notes in order by number at the end of the work. The note itself will begin with the name(s) of the author(s). Don't invert the names (Last, First) as you would in your bibliography.  For example: 1. Viola Schmidt If there 2 to 3 authors, list them in the same order used in the publication, separated by commas. For example: 15. John Schmidt, Maureen Schmidt, and Harlan Prince For 4 or more authors, list only the name of the first author, followed by et al. For example: 27. Njord Bjorn et al. Put the title directly after the name(s) of the author(s), separated by a comma. If you're citing a book, put the title in italics. For an article or chapter title, place the title in quotation marks. All titles should be capitalized in headline style.  For example, if you are citing an article: 1....

TL;DR in English: Place a number in superscript after the information you wish to cite. Start the note with the author's first and last name. Follow the author name(s) with the title of the source. Put publication information in parentheses after the title for book citations. Include the journal title, issue, number, and date for articles. Wrap up your note with page numbers or other location information. Add a URL if you're using an online resource. Put a period at the end of the citation. Create an abbreviation for subsequent references.
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You have a resume and cover letter presenting information that is said to be factual. Before the candidate even enters your office, take some time to verify the information he or she has given you. The job market is tough, and it's not unthinkable for candidates to embellish their resumes a bit to get an edge over the dozens of other people who applied for the job. Doing research beforehand is also a good way to prep yourself for the interview so you can ask informed questions instead of just winging it with generic ones.  Call the candidate's references. Ask questions specifically related to information from the resume and cover letter. Do an online search. Google the person and check LinkedIn, if their profile is public. If you know people who know the candidate, casually ask a few questions about the person's work history. Research the companies the candidate worked for - you can learn a lot about what the candidate might be bringing to the table. The purpose of an interview is to learn more about a candidate's personality and determine whether he or she will be a "good fit." This is your chance to learn more than what the candidate presents on paper. You might be interviewing five people with the exact same level of education and experience, so it's time to think more deeply about what you need from your potential hire. What kind of person is going to do the job well? What will make one person stand out from the rest?  Are you looking for someone with a big personality who's going to push traditional boundaries? Would it be better to have a serious, hardworking type who reliably gets the job done well every time? Figure out what work style you want in a candidate. Determine whether you need someone who is detail-oriented or a big picture thinker. Think about the people who have previously held the position in question. What worked, and what didn't? Remember that getting along with someone else isn't a good enough reason to hire them; you need to be confident the person will do a good job. There are plenty...

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Check to see if the video can be downloaded. Open  Google Chrome. Open the vGet extension download page. Click Add to Chrome. Click Add extension when prompted. Go to the website that hosts your video. Play the video if it doesn't automatically play. Click the Media tab. Scroll through the results, looking

Make time for yourself. Practice patience. Meditate. Let it go. Allow for the unexpected. Surround yourself with positive people. Organize your surroundings.

If you have Firefox installed on your computer, you can use it to look for a downloadable video on a page; this can save you time when trying to find and download the video:  Open Firefox. Go to the website on which your Flowplayer video is hosted. Play the video if it doesn't begin playing. Right-click (or Control-click on a Mac) a blank place on the page. Click View Page Info in the drop-down menu. Click the Media tab. Scroll through the results, looking for a "Video" option in the "Type" column. If you see a video listed on the page, you can proceed with the rest of this method; if not, you most likely can't download the video. Click or double-click the Chrome app icon, which resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. This extension allows you to download quickly any Flowplayer videos which aren't encrypted. vGet won't allow you to download videos that are otherwise impossible to download. It's a blue button in the upper-right side of the page. Doing so installs the vGet extension in Google Chrome; you should see the vGet app icon, which resembles a downward-facing arrow, appear in the upper-right side of the Chrome window. This should be the website on which the Flowplayer video that you want to download is located. The vGet extension sometimes requires you to begin video playback in order to find the video on the page, so make sure you click the video's "Play" button if necessary before you proceed. It's the downward-facing arrow in the upper-right side of the Chrome window. A drop-down menu will appear. If you don't see this icon, first click ⋮ in the top-right corner of the Chrome window, then click the "vGet" icon near the top of the drop-down menu. You should see at least one video's name in the drop-down menu; clicking it will prompt the video to begin downloading onto your computer.  If you don't see any videos listed here, your video can't be downloaded. Depending on your Chrome settings, you may have to select a save location before you can proceed.

TL;DR in English: Check to see if the video can be downloaded. Open  Google Chrome. Open the vGet extension download page. Click Add to Chrome. Click Add extension when prompted. Go to the website that hosts your video. Play the video if it doesn't automatically play. Click the "vGet" icon. Click your video's name.
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Before you decide on a public promposal, make sure you think carefully about the ramifications. If you think your boyfriend might be embarrassed by a public invitation, it may be best to stick to something more private. It's also important to consider the possibility that your boyfriend might say no, so a public invitation may be embarrassing for you as well. If you want to make a big display of your promposal, consider decorating something that everyone else will see, like his locker or his car. You can use sticky notes, streamers, wrapping paper, balloons, and anything else you can think of to make your message extra flashy.  Consider hiding your message inside of a balloon to keep him guessing.  If you want the message to be semi-private, you can decorate his front lawn or garage door so he will see your message as soon as he gets home (and so will all the neighbors). Get friends involved in your promposal by having them spell out a message for your boyfriend. They can each wear part of the message on their clothing, or they can carry large signs.  You can make this kind of promposal as public as you want by choosing the right location. If you just want his friends to be there, arrange it around a small get-together. If you want the whole school to see it, you can have your friends display their message in the cafeteria or at a sporting event. If your boyfriend plays a sport or is involved in a club, he might really appreciate it if you incorporated these interests into your promposal. For example, you could arrange for the members of his football team to spell out "prom?" with notes taped to their helmets, or you could ask the drama club to hold up a banner for him at the end of a performance. You can even have your friends do a performance for him, like a choreographed dance or a skit, if they're willing. If you want a truly public promposal, try to put up a giant banner or sign where everyone will see it.  If you have a large budget, you could rent space for your message on a billboard or jumbotron, or...

TL;DR in English: Proceed with caution. Decorate something. Enlist the help of others. Create a public display. Make an announcement. Post it on social media.
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Feeling irritable might be your mind's way of telling you that you need to take a break. When you feel a mood change coming on, make it a point to step away from the situation and take some time for yourself. This can be as simple as taking a quick walk around the block to calm yourself down.  Make it a habit to set some time aside your yourself each day. Maybe you can reserve the last half hour of each day to read a book. Or you could wake up a little early to enjoy having your first cup of coffee in complete silence. When you notice yourself being irritable, give yourself a break. Take some time to listen to music or do a few relaxing yoga stretches. When you are impatient, you are more likely to feel irritable, overwhelmed, and stressed. Try to practice patience in your everyday life. It's not easy, but it will have positive benefits for your overall mood.  Try to slow down. Research shows that by moving at a slower pace, you will feel less hurried, and therefore less impatient. Try to eat more slowly, breathe more slowly, and take time to appreciate your surroundings. Be flexible. It's important to know that things won't always go your way. Be prepared for things to go wrong or take longer than expected. For example, maybe you only scheduled thirty minutes to get your kids dressed and off to school. Try building a little flex time into your schedule. That way, if it takes a little longer than expected, you won't feel like your entire day has been thrown off course. Meditation can having amazing emotional benefits. Reports say that it can cause decreased irritability, greater ability to deal with conflict, and more emotional balance. Try adding meditation to your daily routine. You will see definite changes in your mental health.  You can mediate by choosing a quiet, comfortable place to sit. Close your eyes and focus on breathing deeply. You can let your mind drift or focus on a mental image, such as rolling waves or a flickering candle. There are many guided meditations available. Try downloading one to...

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Identify your type of intellectual property rights. Research the laws protecting you from theft.

Avoid sleeplessness, overexertion and fatigue, especially when ill or recovering from illness. Take care with the following risk factors.

Using your regular shampoo and conditioner regimen, wash your hair as you normally would. Rinse your hair clean of shampoo and conditioner. Using a hair dryer might change the way your hair reacts in a certain amount of time, so using a towel and air to dry your hair is the best method. Andre Walker, hairstylist for Oprah Winfrey, created a system for determining hair type primarily based on curl size and pattern. This includes a range of hair types from straight to coily.   1 (straight): Hair has no curve in it at all.  2 (wavy): Hair is wavy but does not curl much.  3 (curly): Hair is curly with an S shape and holds a definite curl pattern even when unstyled.  4 (coily): Hair is tightly coiled or kinky, often with a definite Z pattern. It can be stretched out and will return to its curled shape when released. Type 4 hair might shrink up to 75% of its actual length. Take a look at a representative chunk of your hair. Observe the thickness and pattern of the curl (if you have curls). ,  These are also based on the Andre Walker system that categorizes hair into four types and three subcategories per type.   1A: Hair is soft and cannot hold a curl.  1B: Hair does not curl but has more volume.  1C: Hair does not curl and is rather coarse.  2A: Hair is wavy, resembling the letter S, and is coarse.  2B: Hair is often frizzy with a definite wave.  2C:  Hair is very frizzy with thick waves, and is the coarsest of this category.  3A: Curls are about the same diameter as sidewalk chalk, or pretty loose curls.  3B: Curls are about the same diameter as a sharpie, or medium-sized curls.  3C: Curls are about the same diameter as a pencil, or corkscrew curls.  4A: Curls are very tight, about the same diameter as a needle.  4B: Curls resemble a zigzag pattern, looking like the letter Z.  4C: There might not be a curl pattern to this hair type. It has a tight zigzag with an uneven pattern, so it is harder to define. The LOIS system is a curl typing system that considers strand texture and thickness as well. It compares a...

TL;DR in English: Wash your hair. Let your hair air dry. Determine your hair’s curl pattern. Find your hair subcategory. Compare your hair to the LOIS system.
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There are several different types of intellectual property. The type of intellectual property that has been stolen will determine what rights you have and how you will need to go about proving theft. The most common types of intellectual property are:   Copyrighted material. Original material fixed in a tangible medium of expression is eligible for copyright protection. Examples of work eligible for copyright protection includes poems, photographs, paintings, software, and music.  Trademarks. A trademark is a word, symbol, phrase, and/or design that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods of one party from those of another. A service mark is a trademark that identifies the source of services instead of goods.   Trade secrets. A trade secret is any valuable business information that is not generally known, which is kept confidential to preserve its economic value. An example is Kentucky Fried Chicken's secret recipe. You have different property rights depending on the intellectual property stolen. You will want to see if the alleged thief has infringed any of these rights. If so, then you can bring a lawsuit.   Copyright: You have several rights, which are yours alone. These include the right to: reproduce the copyrighted work display the copyrighted work publicly prepare “derivative works” based on the copyrighted work distribute copies of the copyrighted work to the public by sale or permission to display    Trademark: A trademark holder can stop others from using the same or a similar trademark, unless the other party is already actively using the mark legitimately.   Trade secrets: The owner of a trade secret can prevent others from copying, using, or benefitting from the trade secret without permission. The owner can also prevent disclosure where the other party has signed a nondisclosure agreement. Other parties cannot steal the trade secret or use it when they know that the information was protected. This is called “misappropriation” of the trade secret. Intellectual property is protected by...

TL;DR in English: Identify your type of intellectual property. Understand your intellectual property rights. Research the laws protecting you from theft.
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Get your seven or more hours of sleep. Extensive sleep loss/deprivation is detrimental to your immune system. Realize that Sepsis is more common and more dangerous with any of these risks:  Are very young or very old -- which may have immune system weakness Have a compromised immune system -- such as due to certain illness, drugs/medications Are already very sick, often in a hospital's intensive care unit -- system is overtaxed Have wounds or injuries, such as burns Have invasive devices, such as intravenous catheters (drip or pump) or breathing tubes -- that may introduce infection and aggravate an inflammatory response.

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Dig the hole as early as possible in the season. Dig wide but not deep. Save the soil you’re digging up.

Whether you keep a more old-fashioned paper file or a digital file, make a single place for all of your financial records. Create subcategories that identify the type of bill or expense.  If you're keeping digital records, you may be able to use your email account to help organize your records. Use the same email address for all of your bills and create tags or filters to put those billing statements in categories. To reduce clutter in your inbox, open a separate account for bills and don't use that email address for personal email. You can also scan your bills and make PDFs to keep on your computer as a digital copy. Keeping your income statements and receipts in one place will make for fewer headaches come tax time. If you're keeping paper files, create a separate folder specifically for deductible expenses.  Within your file for deductible expenses include files with categories, such as home and office expenses, mileage and vehicle expenses, childcare expenses, and medical expenses. Go through your expense files at least once a month. If you paid a bill that you believe is deductible, move it to the deductible file (or make a copy of it and keep it in both places). Any document that has your signature, account number, medical, legal, or other identification information should be shredded rather than simply thrown in the trash. By leaving this information intact you are putting yourself at risk for identity theft.  If you don't own a shredder, you can buy a basic one online or at office supply stores for typically around $20 or $30. There are more expensive versions that may shred faster, or shred more documents at once, or that also shred CDs or credit cards. It's up to you whether a fancier shredder is worth the investment for you. You can also subscribe to a shredding service if you don't want to do all that work yourself. For example, in the US, office supply stores such as Staples or Office Depot will shred your documents for you at the rate of about $1 per pound. Just as you may do a spring cleaning...

TL;DR in English: Keep all of your statements and billing notices in one place. Include income statements and receipts for deductible expenses. Buy a shredder to use when disposing of financial documents. Purge records you no longer need once a year.
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Themed birthday parties can be a lot of fun, but they can also end up being more costly when you consider buying everything to match the theme.  Weigh the pros and cons of having a themed party based on the person whose birthday it is. Would they like a themed birthday party? Consider whether it is a kid's party or an adult's party. Choose a theme that is age-appropriate, if you decide to go this route. For example, appropriate themes for children would be based on kid-friendly television shows or movies, circus, movie theater, a children's book, or carnival. On the other hand, appropriate themes for adults might be a black-and-white affair, casino, a decade theme, or an adult movie or television show. Once the earlier details are decided upon, then it is time to send out invitations to the guest list.  It is best to send out the invitations about 3-4 weeks in advance of the party in order to give people enough time to plan for it. Be sure to include RSVP information on the invitation. Sending out the invitations after you have decided on the earlier details ensures that you have the guest list secured and that you have decided on whether to have a themed party, making you more organized. Be sure to reach out to some of the invited guests for help. They can help set up, clean up, provide food, decorate, and more. It is not necessary to do it all by yourself! Based on what you have decided for the party, you have different options for these aspects.  Decide what type of food will be best for the party. If you chose a theme, then make sure the food flows with that theme. For example, a camo cake would work great for an army-themed party, but it would seem out of place for a princess-themed party. Know whether any of your guests have food allergies. If so, be sure to provide options that are safe for them to eat or let them know that they are welcome to bring their own food. Be realistic about how much food and drink to provide based on the length of the party. A party that is planned to be an hour or two might...

TL;DR in English: Decide if the party should have a theme. Purchase and send out invitations. Create a plan for the food and beverages. Know your obligations for providing the food and drinks. Gather decorations for the party. Choose entertainment options for the birthday party. Choose what dessert will be. Create a back-up plan in case of weather, especially if the party is outside.
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In colder climates, the ground will freeze if you wait until Christmas to dig the hole, so plan ahead and do this in the fall. If you’ve waited too long to dig and the ground is already frozen, try pouring boiling water onto the spot and then digging. Using a shovel, dig a hole twice as wide as the size of the root ball to give the roots a chance to spread. But don’t go any deeper than the height of the root ball, since you don’t want it too far below the soil level. Having it slightly higher than the soil around it will help with drainage. Don’t dispose of any of the dirt you dig out of the hole. You’ll be using this later to fill the hole back in. It can be left outside under a tarp or placed in a garage or shed.

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Buy a Triops kit from a pet store or online retailer. Sprinkle about 20 eggs into the tank. Wait 1 to 4 days for the eggs to hatch.

In a medium-sized bowl, mix equal parts of Aztec Clay and apple cider vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar will help to soften and exfoliate skin while the clay removes oil. If you don't like the small of apple cider vinegar, use an equal amount of water to make the mixture instead.  Aztec clay is available online or in beauty supply stores. For a more luxurious face mask, add one tablespoon (0.75 oz.) of honey to the mixture. If you have normal skin, allow the mask to dry for between fifteen and twenty minutes. If you have sensitive skin, let the mask dry on your skin for only five minutes. Watch the time carefully or set an alarm to mark the exact time. As the mask dries, you will feel a tightening sensation on your skin. Overuse of bentonite clay on the skin can be drying or cause irritation. Use an Aztec clay face mask no more than once a week. If you experience significant irritation when using the mask, avoid future use.

TL;DR in English: Mix together equal parts Aztec clay and apple cider vinegar. Let the mask dry. Use the mask no more than once a week.
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when the flowers fall off. Use a sharp, sterilized pair of pruning shears or a razor to trim the stalk when the plant has stopped blooming. Leave about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the stalk, or spike, so that it can regrow. Water the orchid, then gently tug the plant out of its pot. Use your hands to loosen the roots a bit and dust off any growing media stuck to them. Then, carefully place the orchid into the new pot.  If possible, pick a pot designed for orchids. If you can’t find one, opt for a pot with lots of drainage holes to allow air to flow in and water to drain out. Put a saucer underneath the pot to catch excess water. If the roots of your orchid begin growing out through the holes in the bottom of the pot, that’s an indication that the pot is too small and you should move it to a larger one. To promote the reblooming of orchids, mix 2 parts bark formulated specifically for orchids with 1 part peat moss to create the growing medium. Fill the space around the roots with the medium and add a light layer on top, but be sure you don’t cover the leaves. Orchids need well-draining media with lots of air pockets in order to flourish. Avoid using regular potting soil in orchid pots.

TL;DR in English: Cut back the stalk Move the orchid to a new pot once the roots start poking out of the bottom. Add fresh growing medium to give your orchid a nutrient boost.
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Select a kit that contains at least the Triops eggs, food, and care instructions. You can also find kits that come with a tank, thermometer, or dish for hatching the eggs. Most kits cost between $10 and $20. Out of these 20 eggs, you’ll likely only get 1 to 3 Triops. Make sure that the eggs, which are as small as a grain of sand, go into the water and don’t accidentally blow away or get stuck on the edge of the aquarium. Most kits come with around 40 to 60 eggs, so you can have 2 to 3 hatching cycles. After you sprinkle the eggs into the water, expect them to hatch between 24 and 96 hours later. Look closely, as newborn Triops are so small, they’re almost invisible to the human eye for the first few days. If you’re hatching the eggs in the fall or winter when it’s colder, it can take an additional 3 to 5 days for the Triops to hatch.

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Determine your reason for creating a genogram. Understand what you are looking for. Decide how many generations you need to represent in your genogram. Develop a set of questions to ask yourself and your relatives.

If you are using a dark, nonstick pan, lower the oven temperature to 325°F (162°C). Pulse the Oreo cookies in the food processor until you get fine crumbs first. Add the melted butter and blend again until smooth.  The cookies need to be finely ground, sort of like coffee grounds. If they are too chunky, your crust won't hold together well. Save the remaining 10 cookies for the filling. Make sure that the crust is firmly packed into the pan, or it won't hold together. For a fancier touch, spread the mixture across the bottom of the pan first, then push it 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) up the sides. Do not remove the crust from the springform pan yet. It won't hold together until you add the cheesecake filling. You can do this using an electric mixer or a food processor fitted with whisks. From time to time, pause the mixer, and scrape down the sides with a spatula; this will ensure that everything gets evenly mixed together. Mix the filling on low speed after each egg you add until it is blended before adding the next egg. Make sure that the ingredients are evenly mixed throughout. There should be no streaks and swirls; everything should be consistent. Use a knife to chop the cookies into coarse crumbs; they can be as big or as small as you'd like. Gently stir them into the filling using a spatula. If you need to, use a spatula to help guide the filling into the crust. Smooth the top down with a spatula so that there aren't any ripples. There is enough cake to cut 16 slices. Cover and store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.To learn how to decorate your cake, click here.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C). Mix together the 26 crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter in a food processor. Press the cookie mixture into the prepared springform pan. Bake the crust for 8 to 10 minutes in the oven, then set it aside to cool. Beat the of cream cheese and sugar until blended. Slowly add the eggs, one at a time. Fold in the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix again. Roughly chop up the remaining Oreo cookies and stir them into the filling. Pour the filling into the crust. Decorate the cake, if desired, and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours before serving.
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Don’t open a new document right away, because you will use the drag and drop function to do so. Locate your file. If your file is on the desktop you can skip this step. Drag the file to the icon of your open program. When it is hovering over the program, release your mouse button. The program will open the file and bring it up on your screen. This function will not work if you try to open a file that is not compatible with the program you’ve chosen.

TL;DR in English: Open the program in which you want to open a file. Open a window using the Finder program or Start menu. Click on the file and hold your left mouse button down. Wait a few seconds.
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The purpose of your genogram will help you to focus on the type of family information you want to collect. It's also likely to help you decide with whom you will share the completed diagram––sometimes the information might be considered upsetting or too sensitive for some family members, so you'll need to judge that depending on the context.  Genograms can focus on a number of hereditary patterns and issues including substance abuse, mental illness, and physical violence, as well as many physical illnesses. Genograms can provide health care workers with a visual document that tracks the history of your current mental or medical proclivities through your family bloodline. Once you know why you're making a genogram, whether it’s for a healthcare provider, school project, or just to get to know you and your family more, knowing what it is you want to learn can help you to organize how you go about populating your genogram.  Genograms are like family trees. Only in addition to looking at the branches, you also look at the leaves on each branch. You'll not only learn who is in your family, but how everyone is connected through physical and emotional relationships. For example, a genogram can tell you who is married, divorced, widowed, etc. It will also tell you how many kids each union (typically between two individuals) has, what each child is like, and what the individual relationships are between members on more than just a physical level. Think about what kind of information you want to learn from making your genogram. Do you want to know who in your family has depression, addictions, or a history of cancer? Perhaps you want to know more about why your mother and her mother never get along, by looking for the right clues you’ll be able to make a genogram that serves your goals. This will give you a clear idea of who you will need to approach for information to complete your diagram and whether this will be possible given people's ages and geographical location.  Luckily, you can always use email, Skype, and...

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Use Chapstick as a "fire extender". Make a candle. Make a Q-tip candle.

While many gingerbread recipes call for using dried ginger and other spices, make gingerbread that uses grated peeled ginger. The ginger will add moisture to the cake and will give a spicier flavor to the classic bakery cake. The flavor of gingerbread will improve as it's stored. Try to make gingerbread at least 1 day before you plan to serve it. Cinnamon is often the main spice used in traditional pumpkin pie, but you can highlight the flavor of ginger. Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons (9 g) of grated ginger into your favorite pumpkin pie filling before baking it. To add an extra ginger flavor to the pie, sprinkle a little dried and ground ginger into sweetened whipped cream. Serve the whipped cream on the side. Bake crisp gingersnaps or soft spiced ginger cookies that use ginger root. Add about 3 tablespoons (18 g) of fresh grated ginger to your favorite spice or gingersnap cookie recipe for a bright ginger flavor. Many cookie recipes already call for dried ground ginger. To substitute fresh ginger, add half as much fresh ginger as the recipe calls for. For example, if the recipe calls for 2 teaspoons (4 g) of ground ginger, use 1 teaspoon (1 g) of grated fresh ginger. Add the exciting flavor of ginger to simply flavored pound cakes. Ginger also works well with lemon, orange, lime, and other citrus flavors. Add about 2 teaspoons (2 g) of fresh grated ginger to your cake batter. Consider mixing some ginger syrup into enough powdered sugar to make a quick glaze. Pour the ginger glaze over the cake once it's cool. Take a 2 ounce (57 g) piece of ginger root and leave its peel on. Pulse the ginger in a food processor until it's finely ground. Combine the ginger with the sugar according to your muffin recipe. Stir together the rest of the recipe's ingredients and bake them in a muffin tin. The ginger works well with these muffin flavors:  Blueberry Pear and walnut Lemon poppyseed

TL;DR in English: Bake gingerbread using grated ginger. Include grated ginger root in pumpkin pie. Make spiced cookies using grated ginger. Add ginger to pound or citrus cakes. Use minced fresh ginger in muffin batter.
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Open a jar of salsa and begin adding it gradually to the dip base. The salsa should be added to taste and stirred in until the mixture becomes a light pink color. Make sure not to add too much at once, as this can overpower the dairy elements and reduce the creaminess of the dip.  Choose a thick salsa instead of thinner types like pico de gallo to avoid making the dip watery. Just to be on the safe side, use mild salsa. If you want to spice the dip up later, you’ll have more control using fresh peppers and other seasonings. Sprinkle roughly a cup’s worth of shredded cheese over the top of the cream cheese/sour cream/salsa mixture. Cover the entire dish so that the cheese is distributed evenly throughout the dip. Add more cheese to taste. The sharper notes of cheeses with distinct flavors, like cheddar and jack, will stand out nicely in your dip. Take the tomatoes, onions and green bell peppers you diced earlier and add them into the dip. Mix the entire entire concoction together so that each ingredient is spread through the dip—ideally, each bite will contain a little bit of everything. Looking for other vegetables to build up your nacho dip? Try minced garlic, black beans or mild Anaheim or poblano peppers. Place the bowl containing the mixed ingredients in the refrigerator and allow it to sit for thirty minutes to an hour until the dip “sets up.” The cream cheese/sour cream mixture will thicken as it cools, and the flavors of the taco seasoning, cheese and vegetables will have time to come together. At the sixty minute mark, or whenever you’re ready to serve it, take the dip out, transfer it to the intended serving dish and arrange tortilla chips around the dip. You’re ready to eat! Leave the dip in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bring it out for your guests.

TL;DR in English: Blend salsa into the dip base. Layer on shredded cheese. Incorporate the diced veggies. Refrigerate for up to an hour.
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Uncap the container and rub the lip balm onto something flammable: cotton balls, Q-tips, cloth, gauze, lint, or even dry organic materials like leaves and bark. Then, light the material on fire. The oil in the lip balm will give your flame an extra kick of intensity, and it should help it burn for longer while you get a larger fire going.  You can also use petroleum jelly like Vaseline for this purpose.  Consider keeping cotton balls or gauze in your survival kit for precisely this purpose. Together, cotton and lip balm form a potent fire-starting combination. Add a short wick, and the waxy, oily lip balm will perform much like a standard candle. For the wick, you can use a string, a match, or half of a Q-tip – anything that will not burn too quickly. Coat the wick in Chapstick wax, then stick it into the end of the balm. Light it on fire, and you have a candle that you can use to make more fire.  Make sure to plant the wick slightly off-center from the plastic screw in the center of the Chapstick. Keep the wick very short. Otherwise, it might burn too quickly. Either way, there's a good chance that the fire will melt away the plastic rim of the container. Try cutting a Q-tip in half, then coating the fuzzy end of the Q-tip in lip balm. Stick the sharp end of the half-Q-tip into the Chapstick, then light the fuzz. It should burn well and last at least a few minutes.

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Choose an aquarium tank. Dechlorinate the water in the tank. Keep the water between 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a filtration system in your tank. Add plants and decorations to your tank. Light your tank.

Nothing will give you a better return on your investment than a little elbow grease. A cleaner house will look more appealing to your realtor when he or she helps you set a price, as well as to the appraiser the bank sends out when you have an offer. Here are some ideas: Make your house look more spacious by eliminating junky or unnecessary items. Get rid of battered furniture, decaying knick-knacks and piles of paper - or, if you can't stand to part with anything, throw your stuff in a storage unit until after the house sells. Remember that it's better to show a somewhat barren house than one that's filled to the brim with clutter. Once you have more room to work, undertake a thorough housecleaning. Not only should you do usual chores such as mopping or dusting, but focus on rarely-cleaned areas such as baseboards, grout and heating vents. Steam clean your carpets, and wash walls and windows. Wipe down the blinds, and remove any broken screens. Pressure-wash any siding on the outside of your house, as well as the sidewalks and driveways. If you don't have the time to undertake such a project, consider hiring a professional cleaning service. Many of them specialize in residential properties for lease or for sale. A common saying among realtors is, "If you can smell it, you can't sell it." Sometimes, people can't detect how their house smells because their noses are so accustomed to it. If you think your home smells fabulous, have a trusted friend confirm or deny this as soon as they walk in the door. If you keep pets, thoroughly shampoo carpets and furniture, and wash all bedding - you're not selling the bedding or the furniture, but they're capable of smelling up the house just the same. If you smoke, do everything you would for pets in addition to washing (and possibly painting over) the walls and ceiling as well as you can. When you know your realtor will be showing the house, try to make it smell good by baking something delicious beforehand (which you can put on the counter for your guests) or lighting a...

TL;DR in English: Do a basic cleaning. Get rid of clutter. Do a deep clean. Eliminate odors.
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Lotion can help revitalize and moisturize dry patches to make your skin look vibrant. Apply a body lotion from your shoulders down to your toes before you put your bikini on. Make sure you rub the lotion all the way into your skin using gentle, circular motions. This is a great way to make you look thinner, and cover up any bruises or blemishes. Simply head to your nearest drug store to pick up a spray tan product. To apply, exfoliate your skin with a wash cloth, and then rub or spray on the tanner. Be sure to follow the directions on the package for proper application. If you do not want to give yourself a spray tan, try going to a professional. Most tanning salons offer spray tan services. Keep in mind, they can be expensive. A great way to feel more confident, and add style to your bikini look is to wear a cover-up. These come in a variety of styles, such as a cotton jersey halter, a fringe wrap skirt, or a lace kimono. They are the perfect thing to wear when you are not swimming, but just hanging out near the water because they allow you coverage without having to get completely dressed. Sun hats are a great way to protect your skin and look super chic. Try looking for a straw hat to match your bikini vibe. Regardless of what some may think, everyone can pull of a sun hat, especially when it is being worn with a bikini. One way to slim down your waist is to lift the breasts by either wearing a bikini top that has supportive underwire, or by using waterproof medical tape. To use the medical tape, start with the tape under the arm, and bring it inward, pulling the tape so that it lifts your breasts and pushes up your cleavage. You will want to use about three pieces of tape on each side for a secure hold.

TL;DR in English: Moisturize your skin. Apply a spray tan. Wear a bikini cover-up. Accessorize with a hat. Create the look of a slimmer waist.
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Ideally, your tank will be 10 gallons (37.9 L) in volume. You don’t want to overcrowd your tank. If you have a 10-gallon tank, for example, aim for about five guppies. This will simply help you maintain the tank better and keep your fish healthier. Some guppy breeders and enthusiasts might argue that you don’t need to follow that ratio, but the more fish you have in your tank, the more often you will have to clean it and change the water. Consider this when deciding what size tank to get, and how many guppies to keep in it. There are a few ways you can dechlorinate your water. You can let it sit with the lid open for about a week to let the chlorine evaporate, or you can buy a dechlorinating kit. It’s important to dechlorinate your aquarium, and any water you add to it in the future.  You can buy these supplies at a local pet supply store for a relatively low cost. You will also want to buy a chlorine testing kit, just to make sure the water is completely free of chlorine before adding your fish. Follow instructions on the dechlorination bottle. Nearly all tap water has a certain level of chlorine in it. You can use purified, filtered, or distilled water that is free of chlorine, to begin with, but to be safe, still test the water for chlorine before putting your fish in it.  Try to keep the pH level in your tank between 8/10 guppies like higher level pH so aim for around 7.5pH to help you keep the pH at a high you may want to add crushed coral. This is equal to about 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. Keep a thermometer in the tank to monitor the temperature. If you find it needs to be heated, you can purchase a small heater to place in the tank.  If you need a heater, make sure you buy one that is appropriate for the size of aquarium you have. For example, if you have a 5-gallon tank, you’ll need a less powerful heater than if you have a 20-gallon tank. Ask the associate at the pet supply store if you aren’t sure which heater you need. To avoid overheating your tank, it’s best to keep it out of direct sunlight. Use...

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Make brushing enjoyable. Reward yourself. Visit the dentist. Notice any changes in how you feel.

If you put on a harness, make sure it is loose enough. You should be able to put a finger or two between the harness and the guinea pig. If it's too tight, it could harm the guinea pig's back over time and chaff under his armpits. It may not be a good idea to put a harness on at all. Some owners have had trouble with harnesses harming guinea pigs' backs  after they've worn it several times. If you insist on using a leash, make sure you just do it in the yard. That is, you can use a leash to keep your guinea pig from wandering too far. However, you need to supervise the guinea pig the whole time. A leash isn't license to leave your guinea pig alone outside.  Also, don't tug on the leash. Just let your guinea pig roam about. Make sure the leash is always loose, and your guinea pig doesn't get tangled in it. While you can put your guinea pig in a harness, it's not a good idea to walk it on a leash. The tugging sensation can harm the guinea pig's delicate spine very easily. In addition, most guinea pigs won't take to walking, meaning they can't be trained to walk beside you on a leash.  In addition, guinea pigs can easily slip out of harnesses, so they can escape before you can catch them. Therefore, trying to walk a guinea pig in a street isn't a good idea. It could get away from you and be harmed.

TL;DR in English: Make sure the harness isn't too tight. Use leashes just for the yard. Don't walk your guinea pig.
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There are two types of traps available for groundhogs: traps that kill the groundhogs immediately and traps that keep them alive, so you can take them somewhere and release them. Because the traps that kill groundhogs are dangerous to use and often end up killing house pets and other animals, they are illegal in many places. The safer and more humane option is a live trap, which uses bait to lure the groundhog into a cage that has a door that will lock shut. These traps are available at garden supply stores and can be reused as often as necessary.  If you prefer to use a trap that kills the groundhog and it's legal in your state to do so, call a professional groundhog extermination service to have them set the trap and deal with the groundhog after it's been caught. This is not recommended if you have pets that may wander near the trap. Relocating groundhogs is also illegal in some areas. If this is the case in your region, you'll need to call animal control to dispose of the groundhog on your property. In the spring, groundhogs are active, but they haven't yet given birth to their young. Trapping them before the babies are born will prevent you from having 4 extra groundhogs to deal with. Another benefit of trapping in spring is that the tunnels are easier to spot, since no foliage is covering them. Finally, groundhogs are extra-hungry this time of year because their favorite foods have yet to sprout. This means they'll be easily enticed by the bait you set out.  Plan to trap groundhogs in early spring, before the flowers and leaves come out in full force. You can also trap groundhogs in the fall. The best place to set the trap is close to the entrance hole to the groundhog's burrow. To find the hole, look for a place where the dirt at the ground's surface is disturbed, and follow it to a small hole or caved-in spot. You'll want to set the trap 5–10 feet (1.5–3.0 m) from the hole to make sure it's within easy reach. Determine where the groundhog high-traffic area is by looking for footprints, trails or where...

TL;DR in English: Decide what type of trap to use. Set the trap in the early spring. Find a groundhog hole.
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If you see brushing your teeth as a chore, you’re less likely to keep at it. Do what you can to make the process enjoyable. Choose products that you like, and that are comfortable for you.  Choose a toothpaste that you like. Toothpaste comes in many flavors including mint, anise, and cinnamon. They’re all essentially the same in terms of effectiveness as long as they contain fluoride. Be sure that your toothpaste has the ADA seal of approval.  Choose a toothbrush that fits comfortably in your hand and in your mouth. Soft bristles can feel good on sensitive gums and teeth and they will also protect your gums against gum recession. Rewards can be big or small, but they should be significant to you. Decide ahead of time what your reward will be, and how long you’ll have to keep up your routine to earn it.  Tell a friend or loved one what your reward will be. They can remind you if you start to lose motivation. When you earn your first reward, take the time to enjoy it. Then set a new reward for a new goal. Rewards don't have to be related to your teeth at all! You can take yourself out to a great meal, or splurge on a purchase you wouldn't otherwise make. No one can give you more accurate feedback on your progress than your dentist. Regular appointments for checkups and cleanings are essentially feedback sessions to see how your brushing has improved your dental health. Talk to your dentist about your efforts to brush regularly and the progress you’ve made. Ask your dentist to tell you what you might be doing wrong and how you can improve your brushing habits. Once you’ve been brushing your teeth regularly for a while, you may feel more confident. Your smile and breath are likely more clean and fresh than they were before. Take the time to enjoy that newfound confidence; it’s just what you need to stick with your new habit.

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Use acrylic paints to paint rubber objects. Apply a layer of Mod Podge over your object before painting. Use a foam brush to apply the acrylics. Spray a paint sealer over the rubber to preserve its color.

Teach the alphabet. Work on vowels. Move on to consonants. Combine vowels and consonants to form words. Tackle sight words together.

If the entirety of the root system isn’t removed, it’s possible that the weeds will regrow and return. Wait one or two days after you water or after it rains heavily so the soil has time to soak. Pulling weeds from wet soil will disturb surrounding plants less than dry soil. Instead of kneeling on hard ground or rocks, wear knee pads to prevent soreness and stiffness later. Gloves will help stop any skin irritation and can also prevent blisters from long days of pulling weeds.  If you do not have knee pads, laying down a cushion or folded towel is a good substitute.  Use gloves that are made from a non-stick, but breathable, material. This will make the weeds easier to pull up. Use the tool to dig around in the soil around the weeds. This can also help you dig up more established weeds. If you grab the weeds in handfuls, you may not pull out the taproot, or the root that provides most of the weed’s water. While it is more tedious, to prevent weeds from growing back, pull them one at a time. This ensures that you grab the weed by the main root. Twisting the weed will help break off smaller roots and make it easier to pull out.  Do not use a fast jerking motion when pulling, as this can cause large root sections to break off and regrow.  Put everything that you have pulled in a bucket so they do not germinate again and throw them in the trash. Do not put them in compost.

TL;DR in English: Water the weeds to loosen the root system. Wear knee pads and gloves to protect your body. Loosen weeds with a soil knife or garden fork. Grab and pull weeds individually rather than in clumps. Pull the weed from its base with an upward and twisting motion.
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Rubber is especially prone to chipping or flaking after being painted. If you want to paint rubber, buy acrylic paints online or from a craft store for a lasting color. Painting rubber is the most temporary way to stain objects. Choose this method if you're unsure how permanent you want your dyed color to be. Mod Podge helps the paint stick to your object and prevent the color from flaking. Use a paint brush to cover the surface in a thin Mod Podge layer, and let it dry for 15-20 minutes.  Clean the rubber with soap and water first to remove debris for a more secure paint job. If you have any areas you don't want to paint, affix painter's tape over these areas before applying the Mod Podge. You can buy Mod Podge from most home improvement or craft stores. Dip a foam brush into the acrylic paint and apply it in even layers to the rubber object. When you've covered the entire surface in the paint, let it dry for 30-60 minutes and inspect the color's brightness. For a stronger color, apply 2-3 coats of paint. Wait for each coat to dry before applying another one, which should take between 30 minutes to an hour. After the last paint coat dries, hold the paint sealer's nozzle 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) from the surface and spray an even coating over the rubber. Let the paint sealer dry for 30-60 minutes before touching or using the rubber object. Even with paint sealer, acrylic paint may flake or chip over time. Reapply paint coats as needed to restore the rubber's color, spraying more paint sealer afterward.

TL;DR in English: Use acrylics to paint rubber objects. Apply a layer of Mod Podge over your object before painting. Use a foam brush to apply the acrylics. Spray a paint sealer over the rubber to preserve its color.
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The alphabet is the bare bones of reading. In order to understand books, stories, sentences, or even words, you must first understand the letters of the alphabet. Teaching your child the alphabet will help her learn to recognize letters and sound them out so that they can later build them together to make words.  Use tactile learning tools. Buy a set of 3 in (7.6 cm) foam letters and/or blocks with letters of the alphabet to play with. As your child plays, tell them what each letter sounds like. Then ask them to try and reproduce the sound. You can gradually advance to having your child identify which letter makes a sound that you speak. "Quiz" them by showing them 3 letters and asking, for example, which one makes the "ah" sound. In addition to recognizing the appearance of a written letter, teach your child the sound each letter makes. Work on one letter at a time, or break it into small groups of letters. For example, one day you might work on A through D, the next day E through H, and so on. Vowels are the next step to progress to after learning the basic alphabet. They're a little easier to learn than consonants since there are only A, E, I, O, U, and Y. One easy way to teach vowels is to print out vowel workbook pages from a phonics website, or purchase a similar book at your local bookstore. These workbook pages typically show pictures and words, and often help break down the parts of a word. Matching the word with its corresponding image might help your child better understand the meanings of words.  You can find free vowel workbook pages online at websites like http://www.schoolexpress.com/fws/cat.php?id=2483. Show your child pictures and say the word each image depicts. Ask your child which vowel makes the sound for that word.  For example, when you show a picture of a cat and say "cat," ask your child to identify which vowel makes the "a" sound. Once your child has gotten the hang of vowels, you're ready to move on to consonants. Consonants can be trickier, in part because there are so many more of...

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Bring your outfit to life with a statement necklace. Wear a daring bracelet. Go for a big and bold pair of earrings. Accent your look with a watch or a brooch. Wear a daring bracelet. Go for a big and bold pair of earrings. Accent your look with a watch or a bro

Turn one card in the stock pile over. Look at the card’s number. Check the suit and color. Turn over cards as they become available. Turn over a card from the waste pile when needed. Play until you win or get stuck.

It has an icon that resembles a grass block.  Click this icon in the Windows Start menu or Applications folder on Mac to open Minecraft. Use the drop-down menu to the right of the green "Play" button in the Minecraft launcher to select your Pixelmon installation. This launches Minecraft with all your mods installed.  It may take a few minutes for it to load all the mods.  If successfully installed, it will say how many mods you have installed and they should all be active in the lower-right corner of the Pokemon window. To disable the Pixelmon mod, launch a new game of Minecraft.  Click Mods on the title screen.  Click Pixelmon and click Disable.

TL;DR in English: Open the Minecraft Launcher. Select your Pixelmon installation. Click Play.
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An eye catching pendant revitalizes any ensemble. You can also draw attention to your figure with a long necklace. Layer multiple strands at once to create a more dramatic effect. With bling of different sizes and styles your dress will fit in at any occasion.  Neutral metallics support a more conservative look. A necklace with chunky stones and bold color create a funky look. A tattoo inspired necklace with its intricate patterns is pure vamp. A wide metallic bangle captures a futuristic look while leather studded cuffs show off your inner rebel. Stacking multiple bracelets together will have a bolder effect. Tasseled dangly earrings and sparkly hoops are both strong choices. On the other hand, larger studs will draw extra attention to your face. Opt for smaller studs for a simpler, more elegant look. Go for a masculine inspired (larger sized) watch to show off your sporty side. Embellish your outfit simply, with a classic brooch. Alternately, pair the dress with something more modern like a button-inspired brooch, or think outside the box with one made of ribbons or feathers. If you're sick of your neckline, change it up with a detachable collar. For a semi-formal affair, pair your dress with a beautiful yet delicate neck scarf. A pashmina offers the most coverage for your neck and shoulders when it gets cold. Pick a metal belt and clasp it around the smallest part of your waist to show off your shape. You can also try a brightly colored or glittery belt that pops against the black. This will add shape to a looser dress or emphasize form in an already fitted one. Stay warm and stylish by adding a pair of tights to your ensemble. Try black tights for a more traditional look. For something understated pick a nude or a brown colored stocking. Try polka-dotted tights or sparkly stockings to add a sense of volume to your dress. Experiment with colorful stockings. Purple, orange, or even bright red are especially fun to try. Wear these bold colored tights on a night out rather than a day at the office.

TL;DR in English: Bring your outfit to life with a statement necklace. Wear a daring bracelet. Go for a big and bold pair of earrings. Accent your look with a watch or a brooch. Wear an embellished collar or scarf to draw attention to your neckline. Use a chunky belt to draw attention to your waist. Wear eye-catching tights to draw attention to your legs.
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Like in normal solitaire, this stock or "waste" pile determines which cards are next playable. However, rather than placing cards from the stock pile onto cards in pyramids, you will be taking cards from the pyramids and placing them onto the stock pile. The goal is to uncover and remove all the cards from the pyramids/peaks. The only cards you can move to the waste pile are those that are one number above or one number below the card on the stock pile. For example, if the card on the waste pile is a King of Spades, then you can only move a Queen or Ace to that pile. However, keep in mind that the Ace can be either a card above the King or a card below the 2, depending on how you’re playing. When moving cards from the card peak to place on the waste pile, the suit or color don’t matter. Different from regular solitaire, you can place a red diamond on a black spade or vice versa. The only thing that matters is that the numbers are consistent. When both of the cards that border a card have been moved, you can turn that card over. For example, if you remove every card in the fourth row of a pyramid, then you can turn over every one of the cards in the third row. Just keep in mind that if a card is still bordered or “pinned” by other cards, it can’t be moved. If you have reached an impasse with no playable cards from the pyramid and stock pile, then you can turn over a new card. You can do this as many times as you need to move cards from the pyramids. However, if you run through the whole stock pile, then you will have to start repeating cards again. Games are won when all the cards inside your peaks/pyramids have been placed into the waste pile. This means that all your playable cards have been completed. If the stockpile has been cleaned of cards while the pyramids still have cards, though, then the game has been lost.

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Open the Google Play Store  or App Store. Tap the Search tab (iPhone and iPad only). Type Speedify in the search results. Tap Install or GET. Open Speedify. Tap Continue. Tap Agree and Continue. Tap Agree and Continue. Tap Agree and Continue. Tap Agree and Continue.

Go to the "My eBay. Navigate to the "All Selling" page. Click on the "More Actions" button beside the listing. Choose the "End Item" option from the drop-down menu. Indicate how you want to end the listing. Select your reason. Click on "End My Listing.

Take the time to get to know her as a close friend before trying to progress to something more. You may worry about being put in the dreaded “friend zone,” but the truth of the matter is that many girls do need to feel secure with a guy before they will consider going out with him. Letting her know that you genuinely care about her as a human and a friend will establish that trust. Once you reach a level of friendship that allows the two of you to hang out without being in a group, invite her to spend some time with you alone.  If you want to be cautious, ask her to visit someplace familiar yet different, like a different coffee shop or a nearby park that you have both talked about wanting to visit. If you want to be a little bolder, ask her to spend the afternoon or evening with you without revealing your plans. You can take her out for a nice meal, an interesting show, or a night of dancing. Insist on paying. If she puts up a fuss about it, tell her that you want to pay for her since you were the one who asked her to come out with you. Unless you frequently throw gifts her way, a gift lets the girl know that there is something different—and special—about your time together this day when compared to any other day.  Flowers, chocolates, or stuffed animals are all fair game. Avoid expensive gifts like jewelry or designer clothes. After you have spent some time enjoying each other's company, sit down with her and tell her that you have something important to say. Once you have her undivided attention, tell her honestly that you have strong feelings for her and would like her to be your girlfriend.  Do not pressure, but at the same time, avoid blowing it off as no big deal. You must be genuine without being pushy. Good example: “I really enjoy the time I spend with you and consider you an important part of my life. I can't help but have feelings for you past those of friendship, though. If you feel the same way, or think you could see me as a boyfriend, then I'd like to go out with you.” Bad example: “So, yeah....

TL;DR in English: Befriend her. Ask her to spend time with you in a pressure-free setting. Consider giving her a small, inexpensive gift. Tell her seriously how you feel. Accept her answer calmly.
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If you are using Android, tap the Google Play Store icon to open it.  It has an icon that resembles a colorful triangle.  If you are using an iPhone or iPad, tap the blue icon with a white "A" to open the App Store. If you are using an iPhone or iPad, tap the search tab in the lower-right corner to display the search page. On Android, the Search bar is at the top of the Google Play Store.  On iPhone and iPad, it's under the Search tab.  Tap the search bar and then use the on-screen keyboard to search "Speedify".  This displays a list of search results. This displays the app info page in the Google Play Store or a list of similar apps in the App Store. In the Google Play Store, tap Install to install Speedify.  On iPhone and iPad, tap GET next to Speedify to install it.  It has a blue icon that a white "S". After Speedify is finished installing, you can tap the blue icon with a "S" on your home screen or apps menu to open Speedify, or tap Open next to it in the App Store or Google Play Store. It's the green button at the bottom of the screen. It's the green button in the center of the page.  This indicates that you agree to the privacy policy. There are a features Speedify needs access to on your phone.  You will need to allow locations on both iPhone and Android devices.  On Android, you will need to enable phone state permissions.  On iPhone and iPad, you will need to install the Speedify VPN profile and allow notifications.  Tap the buttons on the screen, and then tap Allow to enable these features. After you have enabled all the needed features, you can tap the green button at the bottom of the screen that says Continue. Speedify on mobile devices allows you to use both your mobile data and your wi-fi connection at the same time.  If you do not have an unlimited data plan, tap Yes, apply data caps to apply a monthly 2 gb limit on your mobile data connection.  Then tap Got it to continue.  If you have an unlimited data plan, tap No, I have an unlimited data plan to allow unlimited data on your mobile...

TL;DR in English: Open the Google Play Store  or App Store . Tap the Search tab (iPhone and iPad only). Type Speedify in the search bar. Tap Speedify in the search results. Tap Install or GET. Open Speedify. Tap Continue. Tap Agree and Continue. Tap the white setup buttons and then tap Allow. Tap Continue. Tap Yes, apply data caps, or No, I have an unlimited data plan. Tap the toggle switch next to "Speedify".
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" While signed into your account, click on the "My eBay" heading in the upper right corner. Clicking on this tab should take you to the "My eBay" summary page. Look at the left side of your summary screen. Find the "Sell" heading, then click on the "All Selling" option to view all the items currently listed. You could also click on the "Active" option underneath the "Sell" heading to go to your active listings. Either option should allow you to find the listing you want to cancel. Scroll down until you find the listing you want to end. Look to the right of that listing, and click on the "More Actions" drop-down box to open the menu. Doing so will take you to the "End My Listing Early" page. If there are any bids currently placed on the listing, you will be asked to choose an option regarding the way you want to close the listing.  When there are more than 12 hours before the natural end of the listing, you can choose between "Cancel bids and end listing early" and "Sell item to highest bidder." When there are fewer than 12 hours left, you can only select "Sell item to highest bidder." If there are no bids on this item, you will not be asked to make a selection. You will need to indicate your reason for wanting to end the listing. Select the reason from the list provided. The possible reasons include:  "The item is no longer available for sale." "There was an error in the listing." "There was an error in the starting price, But It Now price, or reserve price." "The item was lost or broken." " After selecting your reason, click on the "End My Listing" button at the bottom of the page.  Once you click on this button, the listing will end and the process is finished. Your listing will no longer be active on the eBay website. If you end a listing that has bids, any bidder who did not win will receive an e-mail explaining that his or her bid was canceled. The message will also indicate that the listing was ended early.

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Begin a contrasting statement with "But,". Join two contrasting sentences using "; however,". Use ", however," as an aside.

Be inspired in your costume idea from other people's picks.

To introduce a sentence that contradicts or contrasts with the previous sentence, start it with "However,…" This will alert your reader that a shift is forthcoming. Always put a comma after the "However," and follow it with a complete sentence.  You might write, "I was very excited to be invited to lunch. However, I had already made plans." Another example could be, "The pattern was certainly original. However, the new wallpaper did not match the furniture at all." When you have two full sentences that are in opposition or contrast to one another, but are closely connected, join them with a semicolon, the word "however," and a comma. This shows that the second sentence is in opposition in some way to the first.  Start with two sentences that contain opposition: "I would love to join you for lunch. I am too busy." Join them in this way: "I would love to join you for lunch; however, I am too busy." This will make the connections between the sentences obvious, and help your writing sound more cohesive. To interrupt a sentence that is already in progress, insert "however" between two commas. Like other uses of "however," this implies a contrast to the previous content, but in a way that makes the contrast sound a little less crucial.  Put ", however," after the subject of the second sentence: "I can't make it to lunch. You, however, are going to love that restaurant." Use it to divide a two-part verb: "I can't make it to lunch. I could, however, join you next week." Put it at the end of the second sentence: "I can't make it to lunch. I could join you next week, however."

TL;DR in English: Begin a contrasting statement with "However,". Join two contrasting sentences using "; however,". Use ", however," as an aside.
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You can make a simple dress out of a pillowcase by creating a drawstring top. Once that is in place, all that's needed to complete the look is a nice belt or other accessory to cinch in the waist. An old bedsheet can be converted into a dress, providing plenty of fabric for a short, summer dress. This requires minimal sewing skills and is easy to make.

TL;DR in English: Sew a dress from a pillowcase. Make a dress out of a bedsheet.
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Still stuck on costume ideas? Here are a few suggestions that you may like.   Classics – witch, ghost, Frankenstein, mummy, angel, fairy, mermaid, werewolf, Vampire, princess, devil, pirate.  Sesame Street – Oscar, Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, etc.  Crayons – Blue, purple, red, green, yellow, orange, or make up a shade of your own.  Harry Potter – Harry, Hermione, Ron, Snape, Voldemort, Dumbledore, etc.  Spongebob Squarepants – Spongebob, Patrick, Sandy, Mr. Krabs, Plankton.  Vampire series – Bella, Edward, Jacob, etc.  Food – Banana, pickle, hot dog, ketchup, ice cream cone, etc.  Animals - Cat, dog, horse, giraffe, kangaroo, mouse , etc.  Fantasy animals - Unicorn, My Little Pony, dragon, Bigfoot, griffin, etc.  Other – Albert Einstein, a hobo, a nerd, cheerleader, ladybug, bumblebee.  Overseas – Costumes from other cultures or areas.

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Negotiate the price if you’re in a small store. Search for coupons. Purchase in a store to receive more reliable customer service. Buy online for reduced prices and convenient purchasing. File the receipt, warranty, and trial paperwork.

You should have at least one substantial paragraph devoted to the specific topics that interest you. Describe the contemporary theories, books, scholars, or topics that excite and inspire you.  You can pose interests as a question. This makes your writing engaging, and shows your ability to formulate research questions. For instance, you might write something like “the question I keep turning to in my research is: How did gender-based concerns shape the epistolary novel and related genres in eighteenth-century France?” Let the details speak in your statement. This will excite the admissions committee, and make your personal statement stand apart from boring, stale, and vague essays.  For instance, write something more than “I gained significant experience as an intern in a chemical engineering lab that I will apply to my graduate study.” Instead, try something like “While interning at the UC Berkeley Chemical Engineering Lab, I discovered a new method for crystallizing citric acid. In my article published in the New England Journal of Chemistry, I explained how this can potentially transform the industrial production of this compound. I intend to pursue research on these applications during my graduate study.” Don’t be afraid to use the technical lingo of your field. Remember you are writing to your peers who want to know you are knowledgeable. A statement of purpose is no time to be modest. Don't boast, but be forward about your accomplishments. Remember you want to impress admissions committees!  This means don't settle for something like “As an undergraduate, I excelled academically.” Instead, show specific evidence of your accomplishments: “A $2000 grant from the Louisiana Historical Society to fund my research on material culture in Antebellum African American daily life. The senior thesis I wrote reporting my findings earned the LSU Library Undergraduate Research Award.” If there are specific professors you want to work with in graduate school, mention them in your statement of purpose. This will need...

TL;DR in English: Wow them with your knowledge of the field. Focus on showing, not telling. Toot your own horn. Name who you want to work with. Explain any gaps or academic issues. Be concise.
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Yes, it seems remarkably uncomplicated and highly un-technical, and there are really no acronyms to cover it. However, it's important to realize that from the outset, you have to like the sound the amp makes relative to the style of music you play.   A Marshall amp sounds absolutely amazing—if the style of music you're playing falls in to the Van Halen, Cream, or AC/DC camp. A Fender amp also sounds amazing—if you're going for more of a Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jerry Garcia or Dick Dale sound. The best way to determine what an amp sounds like is to play your guitar through it. If you are more of a beginner, not confident about your chops, but want an amp you can "grow into," have somebody at the store play it for you. The critical issue here is how amp "a" sounds when compared to amp "b," so do whatever it takes to get a good comparison. Amps are rated by wattage rather than physical size (although high-wattage amps do tend to be physically larger).    Lower wattage tube amplifiers will tend to create harmonic distortion at lower volumes, which is preferable in practice, studio, and miked stage performance.  Higher wattage tube amplifiers will distort at higher volumes—which will require more creative mixing for live situations. The wattage has an effect on both the actual and perceived sound volume. In general, it takes 10 times the wattage of an amp to double the perceived volume. For example a 10-watt amp will sound half as loud as a 100-watt amp The wattage and cost of an amp are rarely related, as 10 watt amps can be two, three, or even ten times the cost of a 100 watt amp—depending on the quality of the components and the design. A knock-off 100-watt solid-state amp is inexpensive to produce compared to a boutique 5-watt tube amp. The sound quality experienced from an amplifier can be determined by many things, including (but not limited to):   the preamp tubes used power amp tubes used the wood material used for the speaker cabinet the type of speaker cones the resistance of the speakers the guitar used the...

TL;DR in English: Use your ears. Evaluate your needs. Understand what defines an amp's overall tone. Learn the categories.
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If you’re in a local store, you may be facing overpriced products. Talk to your salesperson to negotiate these prices down to match the minimum prices you can find for the product online. Larger chains should already match these minimum prices. If you face resistance in this conversation, try telling your salesperson that you’ve found the same product for a better price elsewhere. While they may tell you that you’re welcome to make your purchase where you’d like, they might also take the opportunity to prevent you from walking out the door. Both stores and online vendors should have coupon options available. Search online for printable coupons to take in the store with you, or apply promotional codes at the end of your online purchase. You can also search your town’s weekly advertising circular for local couponing options. There are a variety of online options for finding coupons. Honey is an internet add-on that will automatically search for and apply coupons to your online purchases, or you can use RetailMeNot.com to look up specific stores. Buying your mattress in a store means that you have a physical location and specific person to visit if you have problems with your product. When you buy in a store, you’re usually guaranteed assistance in moving and setting up the mattress. Online purchasing will allow you to avoid haggling with a salesperson over prices. However, be aware that your purchase may not meet your expectations, especially if you didn’t visit a store to test it out. It may also be more difficult for you to return a mattress purchased online. Note that online vendors may only ship “compressed,” or rolled-up, memory foam mattresses that need about a day to fully decompress before you can sleep on them. Whether you make your purchase online or in the store, set aside a specific place on your computer or in your house for your purchasing records. You should be sure that the receipt, warranty paperwork, and any trial period agreements are somewhere that you can easily access and won’t forget about.

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Don’t spend more time than needed on this. Review your relationship in order to move on. Ask yourself if he was right for you. Keep your emotions in check. Examine how you deal with fights and disagreements.

Your Snapchat stories won’t leave a lasting impression if they’re no different from anyone else’s. Instead of simply sharing selfies or broadcasting photos of your lunch, highlight some unique characteristic or mode of presentation that will help you stand out. More people will be motivated to follow you if they can’t get your type of content anywhere else.  Give your account a distinct theme. Your snaps might be centered around documenting thrill-seeking adventures, touring local eateries or even performing short comedy sketches.  Try not to make the same type of post all the time. This can quickly get repetitive. Always be looking for unusual or exciting moments to share. Strive to be the only person doing what you do on the app. This may be the most important criteria of all. No one wants to feel like they’re being sold something, and if you’re not careful your users will catch onto the fact that you’re using your account to do the bidding of other companies. The snaps you post to your story should be personalized, authentic and come from a place of genuine interest.  Package your stories in creative, engaging ways that allow you to relate to your followers’ preferences. Give your Snapchat followers a more interactive experience by asking questions, posting surveys and urging them to share and post their own responses to your stories. New advances in social media technology have made it possible for users to embed URL links through apps like Emoticode. Downloading one of these programs will allow you to share the online address of your personal or business website to your followers. It will be much easier to get new eyes on your page if people aren’t forced to open a separate browser to find it. If you make a living by selling a particular product or service, be sure to display a link to your online store so that interested followers know where to go to make purchases. Teaming Emoticode with a money-processing program like Snapcash can make it possible to turn your account into an entertainment hub and...

TL;DR in English: Be original. Keep your content accessible. Include a link to your website. Sell directly through Snapchat. Buy your own Snapchat filter.
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Some libraries will let you post advertisements on their bulletin boards. Keep in mind, though, that some prohibit the promotion of commercial events or companies, so always check your library's policy. Many colleges allow flyers to be put up around campuses in specifically designated areas. However, you should always check the rules of the campus before posting your materials. Some campuses require that you have the materials approved by student affairs or another department before putting them up.  Also, many have rules about how you can hang materials. For example, some may only let you use staples or pushpins. Bring 1-2 copies if you need approval; you'll likely need to get the material stamped, so you want to make all your copies after you get your stamp. Respect the tear-down policy. The flyers will often need to be removed by a certain date. Many businesses have bulletin boards where you can post publicity materials. Ask at the front or look around to see if you see one. You may also check local threads about distribution in your community to see what businesses accept flyers and other materials. Try to keep flyers with when you're out and about so you can put materials up when you see a board. Social media is a great place to get the word out about your product, service, or event. Create a page for what you're trying to promote, then make posts about it. Make sure to include promotions, as well as other engaging information to get people to engage. Invite people you know to "like" your page and ask them to encourage their friends and family to do the same. Typically, you can't post flyers on things like telephone poles, streetlights, barriers, bridges, and other public structures. While some people ignore these laws, the city you live in can fine you based on the information you're providing on the flyer.

TL;DR in English: Look for bulletin boards at your local libraries. Place flyers on college campuses in bulletin boards and kiosks. Check for community bulletin boards at local businesses. Go online to "hang" your publicity materials. Avoid putting flyers on public property if your area forbids it.
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It might sound counter-intuitive, but going over what went wrong is an important step in healing, and yet it can also also prolong hurt feelings and confusion if you overdo it. How much time you need depends entirely on you, but aim to find the right balance. Go over your relationship to find the answers you need, and then put it behind you. For example, if he's grown distant because he's started hanging out with a much different crowd, acknowledging this is necessary for you to come to terms with what happened, but dwelling on it won't really accomplish anything. Identify what went wrong, but avoid the temptation of using your answers as a means to correcting mistakes and winning him back. Instead, aim to learn from your experience so you can apply those lessons to future relationships. Keep the future in mind, not the past. For instance, let's say that he broke things off because you betrayed a secret that he told you in confidence. Whether he can trust you again is up to him. All you can do is learn from this so you can avoid repeating the same mistake with someone else. Whether your relationship was romantic or platonic, perhaps the easiest explanation of why things went wrong is that the two of you weren’t well suited for each other. Evaluate your own wants, needs, hopes, and interests. Compare them with his. If they’re wildly different, also look back on other guys in your life. Ask yourself if they fall into a pattern so you know what to avoid in the future. Emotions are a fact of life, so don’t feel guilty about feeling whatever feelings come to you. However, keep in mind that a successful, mature relationship often requires you to have some (if not total) control over those feelings. Evaluate how often you allowed yourself to be swept away by them, especially the negative ones, like anger. Things may have been great between you two as long as everything else was fine, but his feelings may have changed after the two of you found yourself at odds. Think back about how you handled yourself in those...

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